Comparison BLUETTI AC60 vs BLUETTI PowerOak EB55
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| BLUETTI AC60 | BLUETTI PowerOak EB55 | |
from $399.00 | from $928.00 | |
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4 USB A ports, 1 USB-C port. Car cigarette lighter, DC5521 port. Jumps up to 1400 watts are allowed. Touchscreen. LiPo4 battery. 15W wireless charging power. Flashlight. | ||
| In box | charging station | charging station |
| Rated power | 600 W | 700 W |
| Peak power | 1200 W | 1400 W |
| Output waveform | sinusoid (PSW) | sinusoid (PSW) |
| UPS function |  |  |
Outputs | ||
| Sockets (230 V) | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A | 2 pcs 5В/3A | 4 pcs 5В/3A |
| USB-C | 1 pcs 3 A, 5 A 100 W | 1 pcs 5 A 100 W |
| Wireless charging | 1 zone 15 W | 1 zone 15 W |
| Car cigarette lighter | | |
Inputs (station charging) | ||
| From solar panels | | |
| Input port XT60 | | |
Battery and charging time | ||
| Connecting an additional battery | | |
| Battery type | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Battery capacity | 403.2 Wh | 537 Wh |
| Charging cycles | 3000 | 2500 |
| Charging time (socket) ≈ | 90 min | 210 min |
| Charging time (socket + solar panel) ≈ | 138 min | |
| Charging time (solar panel) ≈ | 180 min | 210 min |
| Charging time (cigarette lighter) ≈ | 300 min | |
| Charging power (socket) | 600 W | 200 W |
| Charging power (solar panel) | 200 W | 200 W |
| Charging power (cigarette lighter) | 196 W | |
| Charging power (socket + solar panel) | 400 W | |
General | ||
| PSU | built into the body | external |
| Display | | |
| Backlight | | |
| Carrying handle | | |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C ~ +40 °C | -20 °C ~ +40 °C |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 290x205x234 mm | 278x198x200 mm |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 7.5 kg |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years |
| Added to E-Catalog | july 2023 | september 2022 |
Compare BLUETTI AC60 and PowerOak EB55
When comparing the BLUETTI AC60 and BLUETTI PowerOak EB55 charging stations, one can note that the AC60 has a rated power of 600 W and a peak power of 1200 W, while the EB55 offers a slightly higher rated power of 700 W and a peak power of 1400 W. Both devices have a sine wave output and 2 outlets each, but the EB55 offers more USB ports (4 versus 2 on the AC60). In terms of batteries, the AC60 has a capacity of 18 Ah and more charging cycles (3000), whereas the EB55 offers 24 Ah but with fewer cycles (2500). The charging time from the grid for the AC60 is about 90 minutes, which is significantly faster than the 210 minutes for the EB55. However, the EB55 operates in a wider temperature range (-20 °C to +40 °C), whereas the AC60 ranges from 0 °C to +40 °C. Both devices have convenient carrying handles and displays, but the EB55 offers additional ports and features such as a touch display and a flashlight. Overall, the choice between them depends on your needs: if charging speed and longevity are important, it is better to choose the AC60, whereas if a greater number of outputs and operation in cold conditions are needed, then the EB55.
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Glossary
Rated power
Power that a device can consistently produce for an indefinitely long time without any unpleasant consequences. For normal operation of the charging station, the rated power must be at least 15 - 20% higher than the total power of all devices simultaneously connected to it.
Peak power
Some electrical appliances (in particular, units with electric motors - refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) consume significantly more energy at startup than after reaching the operating mode. For such a load, the peak power of the charging station must be taken into account - its indicator must be higher than the starting power of the load.
UPS function
Charging stations with UPS function switch consumers to backup power from their own battery, acting as an uninterruptible power supply. In comparison with full-fledged UPSs, switching does not occur instantly, but with a certain delay (about 10-30 ms). To use this function correctly, you must first study the instructions for the charging station, which often describes the correct procedure for connecting the intended consumer devices.
USB-A
Full-size USB-A connectors are popular in computer technology, commonly used in charging adapters for 230 V household networks and 12 V car sockets. These outputs have become widespread in charging stations for charging gadgets.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
USB-C
USB type C ports are smaller compared to classic USB ports and have a convenient reversible design that allows connecting the plug either way. USB type C was initially created to implement various advanced features: increased power, fast charging technologies, etc.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
Input port XT60
Power connector with two round connectors, used to replenish energy reserves in the battery cells of the charging station. For the most part, the input port of the XT60 is for charging the device from solar panels using the appropriate cable.
Connecting an additional battery
Ability to connect an external battery to the charging station to increase the overall energy consumption and, as a result, extend the battery life. This connection is fast and convenient. On the other hand, the battery takes up extra space on the outside, making the whole structure more cumbersome.
Battery capacity
Nominal battery capacity, in fact - the amount of energy that is supposed to be stored. The larger it is, the longer the battery life of the charging station will be, all other things being equal. On the other hand, this parameter also affects the dimensions, weight and price of the battery, despite the fact that an energy-intensive battery is not always required. By the indicator of capacity in watt-hours, you can compare batteries with each other.
Charging cycles
The number of charge-discharge cycles that the battery can withstand without significant loss of performance.
In the process of operation, the batteries wear out, which causes their performance to suffer (in the first place, the capacity decreases). Battery life is usually measured in charge-discharge cycles. However, models with the same declared resource are not always equally durable in practice. Different manufacturers may interpret “significant loss of performance” in different ways: for example, one brand indicates the resource up to a 20% decrease in capacity (DOD > 80%), another - up to a 60% decrease (DOD > 40%) Behind the abbreviation DOD worth decoding Depth of Discharge, i.e. discharge depth. Therefore, when choosing, it makes sense to focus not only on pure numbers, but also on other sources - test results, reviews, etc. Also note that battery life can be noticeably reduced if the operating conditions are violated (for example, in case of overheating or hypothermia).
In the process of operation, the batteries wear out, which causes their performance to suffer (in the first place, the capacity decreases). Battery life is usually measured in charge-discharge cycles. However, models with the same declared resource are not always equally durable in practice. Different manufacturers may interpret “significant loss of performance” in different ways: for example, one brand indicates the resource up to a 20% decrease in capacity (DOD > 80%), another - up to a 60% decrease (DOD > 40%) Behind the abbreviation DOD worth decoding Depth of Discharge, i.e. discharge depth. Therefore, when choosing, it makes sense to focus not only on pure numbers, but also on other sources - test results, reviews, etc. Also note that battery life can be noticeably reduced if the operating conditions are violated (for example, in case of overheating or hypothermia).